KUTTER CRAWFORD NEWS

Expected to start Wednesday Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Crawford will likely start Wednesday's game in Cleveland, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Assuming Crawford gets the ball Wednesday, he'll be pitching on three days' rest, after he most recently covered three innings as a starter in the second game of a doubleheader Saturday with the Rays. With that in mind, Crawford could have his pitch count managed carefully Wednesday, and he could struggle to work deep enough into the outing to qualify for a win. Crawford is expected to join the rotation as a replacement for Chris Sale (shoulder), who landed on the injured list Friday.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in spot start Crawford didn't factor into the decision in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Rays, allowing one run on two hits over three innings. He struck out three withou...

Impact Making his third start in 11 appearances and first since April 9, Crawford lasted 40 pitches (29 strikes) and did his best to soak up some innings after five Boston relievers had to pitch in the matinee. The 27-year-old has been effective in a swingman role this season, posting a 3.48 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 33:6 K:BB through 33.2 innings, and with Chris Sale (shoulder) back on the IL, Crawford could get stretched out and moved into the rotation if Sale's absence proves to be lengthy.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Boston manager Alex Cora said Crawford (ankle) will be available for Tuesday's series-opener against the Reds.

Impact Crawford sustained an ankle contusion on a comebacker during Saturday's win over the Diamondbacks. He was able to recover and get the runner at first base before the right-hander was removed from the game. Crawford was unavailable Sunday.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kutter Crawford's play to first | 05/27/2023 Kutter Crawford makes an incredible barehanded scoop to first baseman Triston Casas to retire Gabriel Moreno for the first out of the bottom...

MAY 28, 2023 • MLB.COM

Red Sox: Kutter Crawford makes insane diving play, but leaves due to injury Boston Red Sox pitcher Kutter Crawford went all out on a dive to get an out at first base in Saturday's game against the Arizona Diamondback...

MAY 28, 2023 • FANSIDED.COM

Diagnosed with bruised right ankle Crawford was removed from Saturday's game against the Diamondbacks with a bruised right ankle, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Crawford was hit in the ankle by a comebacker, and he was unable to continue after throwing a few warmup pitches. The right-hander will likely need to undergo further testing to determine the severity of the injury, but for now he's considered day-to-day.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed with apparent injury Crawford was removed from Saturday's game against Arizona with a trainer after being hit in the foot by a comebacker, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Crawford was able to make the play after the ball hit him in the foot, but after a few warmup pitches he was removed from the contest. Chris Martin has entered the game in Crawford's place. The right-hander should be considered day-to-day at this stage.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes loss in return Crawford (1-2) was tagged with the loss against the Angels on Monday. He allowed one run on two hits and one walk while striking out three over two innings.

Impact Crawford was taken deep in the eighth inning by Mickey Moniak. This was Crawford's first stint since being activated off the injured list due to a hamstring injury. The Red Sox will be activating Garrett Whitlock (elbow) later this week, at which point the team may send Crawford down Triple-A Worcester, where he can work as a starter.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox's Alex Cora Backs Kutter Crawford After Allowing Costly Homer Vs. Angels Red Sox reliever Kutter Crawford was charged with the loss on Monday night against the Angels, but had the support of Alex Cora.

MAY 23, 2023 • NESN.COM

Red Sox Reinstate Kutter Crawford From 15-Day Injured List The Red Sox reinstate Kutter Crawford Friday night from the 15-day IL ahead of series against the San Diego Padres.

MAY 19, 2023 • NESN.COM

Activated off injured list Crawford (hamstring) was activated off the 15-day injured list by the Red Sox on Friday, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Crawford ended up missing just the minimum 15 days while recovering from a mild left hamstring strain. Ryan Sherriff was optioned back to Triple-A Worcester as the corresponding transaction. Crawford should be multi-innings option now that he's back on the major-league roster.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Sox make 2 roster moves: Kutter Crawford back, lefty reliever sent down The Red Sox will make a pair of rosters moves before Friday's game in San Diego.

MAY 18, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM

Makes rehab appearance Crawford (hamstring) allowed one run on three hits while striking out four over three innings of relief in a rehab appearance at Triple-A Worcester on Tuesday.

Impact It was rehab day for the WooSox, which had Garrett Whitlock (elbow) start followed by Crawford. The Red Sox are expected to activate Crawford later this week, so it would appear the one multi-inning relief outing will be all he needs.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back Friday Crawford (hamstring) is expected to be activated from the 15-day injured list Friday in San Diego, Christopher Smith of The Springfield Republican reports.

Impact He will follow Garrett Whitlock (elbow) in a rehab outing Tuesday with Triple-A Worcester and then his next appearance should come out of the big-league bullpen. Crawford is one of the best long relievers in the game and logged a 1.25 ERA, 0.65 WHIP and 18 strikeouts in 21.1 innings across his six most recent MLB appearances.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Watch Red Sox's Kutter Crawford, Phillies' Matt Strahm ejected, fined for national anthem standoff Kutter Crawford and Matt Strahm paid the price for their standoff ejected and fined.

MAY 8, 2023 • AL.COM

Red Sox notebook: Kutter Crawford placed on injured list with hamstring strain Kutter Crawford is going on the 15-day injured list, with Kaleb Ort coming up from Triple-A to take his spot. The Red Sox also traded for re...

MAY 5, 2023 • BOSTONHERALD.COM

Hamstring injury mild Crawford's left hamstring strain which forced him to the injured list is considered mild, Gabrielle Starr of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Crawford tweaked his hamstring during an appearance Wednesday versus the Blue Jays. It sounds like he could have avoided the IL, but this allows him to take his time and for the Red Sox to add a fresh bullpen arm.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on injured list Crawford was placed on the 15-day injured list Friday due to a left hamstring strain, Ian Browne of MLB.com reports.

Impact Crawford was initially considered day-to-day after leaving Wednesday's game against Toronto with hamstring tightness, but his injury now seems to be more severe than previously thought. Kaleb Ort will be recalled from Triple-A Worcester to replace Crawford in Boston's bullpen.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Red Sox manager Alex Cora said Thursday that Crawford (hamstring) should be able to avoid the IL, Alex Speier of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Crawford left a relief appearance Wednesday against the Blue Jays after experiencing tightness in his left hamstring, but it's not a serious issue and he is considered day-to-day. The 27-year-old has registered a solid 3.51 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 24:3 K:BB through 25.2 innings this season with Boston.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with injury Crawford was pulled from Wednesday's game against Toronto due to left hamstring tightness, Pete Abraham of The Boston Globe reports.

Impact Details regarding the severity of Crawford's injury likely won't come out until Thursday, per Chris Cotillo of The Springfield Republican. Until then, fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

More quality relief work Crawford allowed one run on three hits and struck out three over four relief innings in Friday's 5-2 loss to Cleveland.

Impact Crawford has been dominant coming out of the bullpen. The minor-league starter allowed one run on five hits while walking none and striking out 10 over 12.1 innings of relief. Garrett Whitlock's elbow injury opened a spot in the rotation, but the Red Sox called up Brayan Bello to start Saturday, which means Crawford will remain in the bullpen.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stands out in loss Crawford allowed one hit and struck out five over 6.1 scoreless relief innings in Monday's 5-4 loss to the Angels.

Impact The game was delayed after 2.2 innings, necessitating a heavy bullpen day for both teams. As it was, Crawford's length would likely have been needed on a perfect day after Brayan Bello's rocky start (five runs, eight hits, 2.2 IP). The 19 outs recorded by Crawford represented a longer performance than all but one Boston start -- Garrett Whitlock's seven-inning gem Sunday. Given the state of the rotation, which has not been able to go deep into games, Crawford figures to be part of the long-relief crew for now but could eventually head back to Triple-A Worcester as a starter.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Crawford's 6 1/3 scoreless IP sparkles in murky finale BOSTON -- Initially, Kutter Crawford was disappointed. After opening the season in the starting rotation, he was optioned to Triple-A Worces...

APRIL 17, 2023 • MLB.COM

Red Sox Notes: Kutter Crawford Proves Value For Boston On Patriots' Day Red Sox pitcher Kutter Crawford proved his value Monday with an excellent relief performance in Boston's Patriots' Day loss to the Angels.

APRIL 17, 2023 • NESN.COM

Kutter Crawford K's Phillips | 04/17/2023 Kutter Crawford strikes out Brett Phillips swinging to end the top of the 8th inning

APRIL 17, 2023 • MLB.COM